1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Holden FB Special weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | GT | FB Special |
Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |